Books with title Kenya

One day you wake up and realize you’ve been hiding. You question everything about yourself, burying it deep inside to keep yourself safe until one day your secret is revealed, something that will change your life forever. My best friend, Ava, no longer understands me. My foster family tossed me out, and now I’m living in a treehouse. What else could possibly go wrong?

Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Located along the coast of the Indian Ocean in east Africa, Kenya is known for stunning natural landscapes and a remarkable variety of animal species. However, it is also home to large cities such as Nairobi and Mombasa. Readers will get an in-depth look at both sides of Kenya as they explore its history, government, culture, and much more.

Many anthropologists believe the human species originated in Kenya's Rift Valley, where hominid skulls more than 2 million years old have been discovered. That fact alone would make Kenya an important place. But this East African nation has many other extraordinary characteristics: diverse terrain, a remarkable variety of plant and animal life, and a fascinating blend of cultures and languages among its people. The political system in Kenya is far from ideal. Historically, government corruption has been a major problem. However, the country adopted a new constitution in 2010 and is considered one of the most stable in Africa. Kenya has a free press and multiple political parties that compete in national elections. The country has also been fortunate to escape the chaos that has affected many neighboring countries in East Africa.

Travel to Kenya and see if you can spot giraffes, elephants, lions and other African animals! Dinosaur bones and giant crocodile fossils discovered in Kenya reveal that the country has been home to a variety of wildlife for millions of years. Learn more about Kenya's wildlife, and explore Kenyan culture and the diversity of people that call this beautiful place home.

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Kenya. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

In this book you will meet four children who come from Kenya. Kenya is a country on the eastern side of the continent of Africa. It borders the Indian Ocean and Tanzania and Somalia. Kenya’s landscape is made up of low plains rising to central highlands. The Great Rift Valley runs through these. The west of Kenya is fertile plateau. The weather in Kenya can be tropical near the coast, becoming arid inside the country. The capital of Kenya is Nairobi.